Is CTRE a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 55.7/100. It is ranked #889 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 72/100, Value 54/100, Momentum 58/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CTRE?

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 55.7 ranks it #889 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CTRE in?

CareTrust REIT, Inc. operates in the Financials sector (Trading industry) with a market cap of $8.29 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does CTRE pay a dividend?

Yes, CTRE pays a dividend with a current yield of 3.73%. The Financials sector average yield is 2.48%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $37.30 in annual dividend income.

What is CTRE's P/E ratio?

CTRE has a trailing P/E ratio of 27.02x. The Financials sector average is 14.9x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is CTRE?

CTRE's quality factor score is 72/100. Gross margin: 101.2%. ROE: 7.9% vs sector average 8.5%. High margins suggest pricing power and competitive moats.

How is CTRE valued compared to peers?

CTRE's value factor score is 54/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 27.0x, EV/EBITDA 24.4x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is CTRE's debt level?

CTRE's debt-to-equity ratio is 22%. Sector average: 121%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

CTRE has a beta of 0.19, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 86/100.

Does CTRE have high short interest?

CTRE's short interest factor score is 5/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

CTRE Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Hold (Score 55.7/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
CTRE	+0.68%	+3.58%	-0.70%	+9.76%	+43.44%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLF	-1.09%	+2.50%	+1.42%	-7.30%	+10.59%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+0.75%	-0.03%	-1.04%	+10.12%	+13.92%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+1.78%	+1.07%	-2.12%	+17.07%	+32.85%	-	-	-

Metric	CTRE	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	27.0x	+82%
EV/EBITDA	24.4x	+650%
Price / Book	2.1x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
WTM WHITE MOUNTAINS INSURANCE GROUP LTD	63	80	79	54	9.2x	10.1%	96.3%	20.1%	1.6%	14.0x	$5.4B	VS
OPY OPPENHEIMER HOLDINGS INC	63	68	79	63	11.0x	9.9%	0.0%	6.5%	37.5%	273.0x	$959M	VS
ACT Enact Holdings, Inc.	62	81	76	52	8.8x	12.7%	88.5%	55.0%	4.2%	14.0x	$5.7B	VS
IGIC International General Insurance Holdings Ltd.	61	74	93	50	8.6x	82.6%	59.9%	25.1%	-	0.0x	$1.1B	VS
PKBK PARKE BANCORP, INC.	60	60	77	65	10.0x	10.5%	-	24.8%	20.9%	593.0x	$335M	VS
SSSS SURO CAPITAL CORP.	60	89	33	65	4.9x	30.9%	0.0%	-752.0%	-48.3%	34.0x	$290M	VS
CB Chubb Ltd	59	67	71	52	13.0x	12.5%	0.0%	16.6%	15.6%	20.0x	$128.0B	VS
RRBI RED RIVER BANCSHARES INC	59	59	69	68	15.4x	11.0%	0.0%	27.5%	13.3%	818.0x	$607M	VS
UFCS UNITED FIRE GROUP INC	59	64	78	58	10.0x	10.6%	100.0%	7.3%	17.5%	308.0x	$936M	VS
SPFI SOUTH PLAINS FINANCIAL, INC.	58	59	73	55	13.2x	11.0%	0.0%	21.7%	9.0%	807.0x	$690M	VS
CTRE CareTrust REIT, Inc.	56	72	54	58	27.0x	7.9%	101.2%	71.5%	42.6%	22.0x	$8.3B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	1.0%	-	-	-	-	-	1.0%	1.0%	1.0%	1.0%	1.0%
Operating Margin %	0.6%	0.6%	0.4%	0.3%	0.0%	0.4%	0.6%	0.4%	0.5%	0.3%	0.5%
EBITDA Margin %	0.9%	1.0%	0.6%	0.5%	0.3%	0.7%	0.9%	0.8%	0.9%	0.7%	0.8%
Net Margin %	0.7%	0.7%	0.4%	0.2%	-0.0%	0.4%	0.5%	0.3%	0.4%	0.2%	0.3%
FCF Margin %	-327.4%	-	-	-	-	-	77.1%	73.4%	62.2%	66.5%	-208.7%
ROE %	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
ROIC %	0.0%	0.1%	2.8%	2.3%	0.2%	4.1%	5.7%	3.9%	5.4%	1.5%	4.6%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

1.0%

Operating Margin %

0.6%

0.4%

0.3%

0.0%

0.4%

0.6%

0.4%

0.5%

0.3%

0.5%

EBITDA Margin %

0.9%

1.0%

0.6%

0.5%

0.3%

0.7%

0.9%

0.8%

0.9%

0.7%

0.8%

Net Margin %

0.7%

0.4%

0.2%

-0.0%

0.4%

0.5%

0.3%

0.4%

0.2%

0.3%

FCF Margin %

-327.4%

77.1%

73.4%

62.2%

66.5%

-208.7%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

-0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

ROIC %

0.0%

0.1%

2.8%

2.3%

0.2%

4.1%

5.7%

3.9%

5.4%

1.5%

4.6%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$452M	$476M	$296M	$218M	$196M	$192M	$178M	$163M	$157M	$133M	$104M	$75M
	—	—	—	—	—	$0	—	—	—	—	—	—
	—	—	—	—	—	—	$176M	$161M	$154M	$133M	$104M	$75M
Gross Margin	101.2%	---	---	---	---	---	99.0%	98.2%	98.1%	97.9%	97.6%	100.0%
	—	$93M	$57M	$51M	$50M	$55M	$55M	$54M	$48M	$41M	$34M	$26M
Amortization	—	-$2M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Total Operating Expenses	—	$206M	$178M	$160M	$193M	$109M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$197M	$270M	$118M	$58M	$3M	$83M	$105M	$73M	$84M	$22M	$52M	$10M
EBIT	$197M	$274M	$118M	$58M	$3M	$83M	$105M	$73M	$84M	$22M	$52M	$10M
EBITDA	$391M	$363M	$175M	$109M	$54M	$138M	$159M	$128M	$134M	$88M	$86M	$59M
Operating Margin	56.8%	56.7%	39.9%	26.6%	1.7%	43.1%	58.6%	44.5%	53.3%	35.0%	50.1%	44.8%
EBITDA Margin	86.5%	95.7%	59.1%	50.1%	27.4%	71.9%	89.3%	78.6%	85.1%	66.0%	83.2%	79.3%
	—	$44M	$30M	$41M	$30M	$24M	$24M	$28M	$28M	—	$23M	—
	—	$325M	$124M	$54M	$3M	$83M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$5M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$320M	$320M	$124M	$54M	-$8M	$72M	$81M	$46M	$58M	$26M	$29M	$10M
Net Margin	71.5%	67.2%	42.0%	24.7%	-3.8%	37.4%	45.4%	28.4%	36.9%	19.5%	28.0%	13.6%
	$1.57	$1.57	$0.81	$0.50	$-0.08	$0.74	$0.85	$0.49	$0.73	$0.35	$0.52	$0.26
Diluted EPS	$1.57	$1.57	$0.80	$0.50	$-0.08	$0.74	$0.85	$0.49	$0.73	$0.35	$0.52	$0.26
Weighted Avg Basic	—	204M	155M	106M	97M	96M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	204M	155M	106M	97M	96M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$452M

$476M

$296M

$218M

$196M

$192M

$178M

$163M

$157M

$133M

$104M

$75M

—

$176M

$161M

$154M

$133M

$104M

$75M

Gross Margin

101.2%

---

99.0%

98.2%

98.1%

97.9%

97.6%

100.0%

—

$93M

$57M

$51M

$50M

$55M

$54M

$48M

$41M

$34M

$26M

Amortization

—

-$2M

—

Total Operating Expenses

—

$206M

$178M

$160M

$193M

$109M

—

$197M

$270M

$118M

$58M

$3M

$83M

$105M

$73M

$84M

$22M

$52M

$10M

EBIT

$197M

$274M

$118M

$58M

$3M

$83M

$105M

$73M

$84M

$22M

$52M

$10M

EBITDA

$391M

$363M

$175M

$109M

$54M

$138M

$159M

$128M

$134M

$88M

$86M

$59M

Operating Margin

56.8%

56.7%

39.9%

26.6%

1.7%

43.1%

58.6%

44.5%

53.3%

35.0%

50.1%

44.8%

EBITDA Margin

86.5%

95.7%

59.1%

50.1%

27.4%

71.9%

89.3%

78.6%

85.1%

66.0%

83.2%

79.3%

—

$44M

$30M

$41M

$30M

$24M

$28M

—

$23M

—

$325M

$124M

$54M

$3M

$83M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$5M

—

$320M

$124M

$54M

-$8M

$72M

$81M

$46M

$58M

$26M

$29M

$10M

Net Margin

71.5%

67.2%

42.0%

24.7%

-3.8%

37.4%

45.4%

28.4%

36.9%

19.5%

28.0%

13.6%

$1.57

$0.81

$0.50

$-0.08

$0.74

$0.85

$0.49

$0.73

$0.35

$0.52

$0.26

Diluted EPS

$1.57

$0.80

$0.50

$-0.08

$0.74

$0.85

$0.49

$0.73

$0.35

$0.52

$0.26

Weighted Avg Basic

—

204M

155M

106M

97M

96M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

204M

155M

106M

97M

96M

—

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does CareTrust REIT, Inc. Do?

CareTrust REIT, Inc. is a self-administered, publicly-traded real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership, acquisition, development and leasing of skilled nursing, seniors housing and other healthcare-related properties. With a nationwide portfolio of long-term net-leased properties, and a growing portfolio of quality operators leasing them, CareTrust REIT is pursuing both external and organic growth opportunities across the United States. CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Financials sector, specifically within the Trading industry. The company is led by CEO David M. Sedgwick and employs approximately 20 people, headquartered in Mission Viejo, California. With a market capitalization of $8.3B, CTRE is one of the notable companies in the Financials sector.

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, CareTrust REIT, Inc. receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 55.7/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.CTRE ranks #889 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Financials sector, CareTrust REIT, Inc. ranks #273 of 891 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Financials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

CTRE Stock Price and 52-Week Range

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) currently trades at $39.69. The stock gained $0.27 (0.7%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for CTRE is $41.72, which means the stock is currently trading -4.9% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $25.82, putting the stock 53.7% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 1.6M shares, reflecting moderate market activity.

Is CTRE Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) carries a value factor score of 54/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 27.02x, compared to the Financials sector average of 14.88x — a premium of 82%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 2.14x, versus the sector average of 1.22x. The price-to-sales ratio is 19.15x, compared to 0.90x for the average Financials stock. On an enterprise value basis, CTRE trades at 24.44x EV/EBITDA, versus 3.26x for the sector.

Overall, CTRE's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

CareTrust REIT, Inc. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) earns a quality factor score of 72/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 7.9%, compared to the Financials sector average of 8.5%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 6.2% versus the sector average of 1.2%.

On a margin basis, CareTrust REIT, Inc. reports gross margins of 101.2%. The operating margin is 56.8% (sector: 21.8%). Net profit margin stands at 71.5%, versus 17.7% for the average Financials stock. Revenue growth is running at 42.6% on a trailing basis, compared to 9.4% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

CTRE Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

CareTrust REIT, Inc. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 22.0%, compared to the Financials sector average of 121.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. The current ratio is 4.73x, indicating strong short-term liquidity. Total debt on the balance sheet is $894M. Cash and equivalents stand at $198M.

CTRE has a beta of 0.19, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for CareTrust REIT, Inc. is 86/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

CareTrust REIT, Inc. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, CareTrust REIT, Inc. reported revenue of $452M and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.57. Net income for the quarter was $320M. Gross margin was 101.2%. Operating income came in at $197M.

In FY 2025, CareTrust REIT, Inc. reported revenue of $476M and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.57. Net income for the quarter was $320M. Operating income came in at $270M.

In Q4 2025, CareTrust REIT, Inc. reported revenue of $110M. Net income for the quarter was $112M. Gross margin was 101.2%.

In Q3YTD 2025, CareTrust REIT, Inc. reported revenue of $271M. Net income for the quarter was $208M. Gross margin was 99.5%.

Over the past 8 quarters, CareTrust REIT, Inc. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $163M to $452M. Investors analyzing CTRE stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

CTRE Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.7%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in CTRE stock would generate approximately $$373.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Financials sector average dividend yield of 2.5%, meaning CTRE offers above-average income for its sector. With a net margin of 71.5%, the dividend appears well-covered by earnings, suggesting sustainable payouts going forward.

CTRE Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) has a momentum factor score of 58/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 23/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 5/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

CTRE vs Competitors — Financials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Financials sector, CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) ranks #273 out of 891 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places CTRE in the upper half of all Financials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include WHITE MOUNTAINS INSURANCE GROUP LTD (WTM) with a score of 62.9/100, OPPENHEIMER HOLDINGS INC (OPY) with a score of 62.6/100, Enact Holdings, Inc. (ACT) with a score of 61.6/100, International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. (IGIC) with a score of 61.3/100, and PARKE BANCORP, INC. (PKBK) with a score of 60.4/100.

Comparing CTRE against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full CTRE vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how CareTrust REIT, Inc. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

CTRE Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy CTRE? — Investment Thesis Summary

CareTrust REIT, Inc. presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. The quality score of 72/100 indicates above-average profitability and business fundamentals. Low volatility (stability score 86/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, CareTrust REIT, Inc. (CTRE) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 55.7/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on CTRE stock.

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